LX Kid 125mg Tablet

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 13 Jan 2024 | 01:32 AM (IST)

LX Kid 125mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections associated with the ear, nose, throat, tonsils, lungs, and skin. It may also be prescribed as a second line of treatment for urinary tract infections.

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Contains

Cefalexin (125mg)

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Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

LX Kid 125mg Tablet may be given with or without food. However, if your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. It is usually given three times a day but this may vary depending on the type and severity of the infection. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. Avoid giving a double dose if it is almost time for the next dose.

LX Kid 125mg Tablet may cause some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if they persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor immediately.

Inform the doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, and liver or kidney malfunction. This information will help the doctor suggest the correct dose and its related schedule for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of LX Kid 125mg Tablet in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of LX Kid 125mg Tablet for your child

Treatment of Bacterial infections
LX Kid 125mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of LX Kid 125mg Tablet in children

LX Kid 125mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of LX

Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Vomiting

How can I give LX Kid 125mg Tablet to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. LX Kid 125mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How LX Tablet works

LX Kid 125mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. This activity stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Contact your doctor if your child has diarrhea that goes on for more than 4 days or if it is severe and watery, or contains blood.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give LX Kid 125mg Tablet to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
You may see white patches inside your child’s mouth and throat after a prolonged intake of LX Kid 125mg Tablet. This could be due to a fungal infection. So, if your child develops any such effect, contact your doctor right away.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

LX Kid 125mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of LX Kid 125mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LX Kid 125mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of LX Kid 125mg Tablet is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving LX Kid 125mg Tablet to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

A single extra dose of LX Kid 125mg Tablet is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of LX Kid 125mg Tablet to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Can LX Kid 125mg Tablet cause any serious side effects?

Yes, LX Kid 125mg Tablet may rarely cause some serious side effects. These may include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. If your child develops any such unwanted effects, consult your child’s doctor.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as LX Kid 125mg Tablet?

LX Kid 125mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting LX Kid 125mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with LX Kid 125mg Tablet?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Can LX Kid 125mg Tablet impact my child’s digestion?

LX Kid 125mg Tablet is an antibiotic and its use may affect or compromise the good bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child experiences diarrhea while being on treatment with LX Kid 125mg Tablet, do not abruptly stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 1st generation

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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Patient concerns

Suffering from severe cough iam giving Amrodil drops it's not control so can I give Amrodil Lx drops?

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

Having blocked and running nose with cough, we have given lx junior 2.5 ml

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Diagnosis can not be done without clinical examination. Please consult Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.

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